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Care and Maintenance
4.3.2 Clean the battery thoroughly from the
outside.
4.3.3 Put the battery in the battery box.
4.3.4 Connect the fastener belt first to the
lower hook, then hold the battery firmly
with one hand, stretch the belt and
fasten it in the upper hook. Recheck if
the battery is fastened firmly (Fig. 46).
4.3.5 Refix battery bleeder tube and ensure
that it is routed properly through its
clamp.
4.3.6 Fix the "Positive" (+) terminal first and
then the "Negative" (–) terminal.
4.3.7 Make sure the battery cable does not
touch any metallic surface during
fitment.
4.3.8 Apply grease around the terminals to
prevent corrosion.
4.3.9 Ensure, Protection cap provided on
battery harness is fixed properly on
positive (+) terminal of battery.
Caution:
Always ensure that the bleeder tube is not clogged,
crimped or bent. The tube must be of an adequate
length. Replace the bleeder tube in case it is not of
correct length or it is clogged, or bent.
Fig. 45
Fig. 46
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STAR DLX ENGLISH 12-5-2010
Care and Maintenance
4.4
Storage of battery while not in use
4.4.1 Keep the battery fully charged.
4.4.2 Maintain electrolyte level at MAX./
"UPPER LEVEL"
4.4.3 Take battery out of the vehicle and store
it in a dry, cool place and at a constant
temperature.
4.4.4 Keep battery away from rain, dew, high
moisture and direct sunlight.
4.4.5 The battery should be charged once a
month when the vehicle is not in use.
•
For initial charging, the battery must be
charged at least for 7 hours.
•
Always go to the authorised LML
assistance centre for battery
maintenance and charging the battery.
5. AIR CLEANER:
Air cleaner is fitted below the fuel tank and requires
cleaning during each periodical service (Fig. 47 &
48) and more frequently when riding in dusty
area's.
Fig. 47
Clean the air filter element (PUF) in kerosene and
the squeeze dry (do not twist or wring). Dip in
20W40 Engine oil and again squeeze, before fitting
into Air filter Body. Do not use compressed air.
Fig. 48
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